Available Community Garden Spots
Earlier this week the Richmond City Council approved the Mayor’s community garden program, Richmond Grows Gardens. Applications, FAQs and more can be found at the Richmond Grows Gardens website.
Archive for March 2011
Ask a Hills & Heighter
Fifth entry in my simple mission to find out more about my neighbors and neighborhood. I plan to ask the same questions to artists, craftspeople, musicians and local business owners. This week we ask questions of The Knitorious M.E.G. who engages in acts of random beauty through Yarn Bombing. In the simplest of terms, bombing is wrapping [...]
Opinion: Patrick Henry School for Science and Arts is a Richmond Public School
Some RPS School Board members don’t seem to believe that Patrick Henry School is a Richmond Public School. They speak animatedly when discussing sports programs for “their” schools, but cast suspicious glances at PHSSA when its board makes a simple request. They even go so far as to say that the charter school takes money [...]
Last Days For Early Bird Rate for Earthday Vendors
Early Bird fee is $75 (non profits and artisans) or $200 (for profit businesses). Rates go up April 1st. Complete your application online by visitinghttp://www.enrichmond.org/earthday/ Or, download a PDF application and mail in your check. 2011 Earth Day Vendor App Note: FOOD Vendors must be pre-qualified in order to participate. If you are a food vendor [...]
GPS Stolen on New Kent
In a completely expected turn of events a car was left unlocked and a gps was stolen. 3rd Precinct THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE 3/26/11 – 3/28/11 10:00 p.m. – 10:00 a.m. 4900 block of New Kent Road An unknown person(s) entered the unlocked vehicle and stole the GPS unit left on the windshield and loose [...]
Meet With Maymont
Saw this on our brother site Byrd Park and know that many of us jump across the river to check out Maymont on a regular basis. Maymont is looking for input on how to improve the park and expand their interpretative programming and exhibits. I wonder if I can pitch a giant waterslide that goes from [...]
Talking Meadows with White
JRNH has a nice post about the urban meadows we have along the James River and the HandsOn wildflower planting that occurred on Saturday. Head to the JRNH Facebook page to see some photos of the planting. In the post park manager and naturalist Ralph White talks about the benefits, what you’re likely to see and [...]
Groupon for Kickers’ Games
You can pick from the following games. Against Orlando City on Saturday, April 2 at 5 p.m. Against the Pittsburgh Riverhounds on Saturday, April 9 at 5 p.m. Against the Rochester Rhinos on Friday, April 15 at 7 p.m. Against the Charleston Battery on Saturday, April 23 at 5 p.m.
Found Dog
Adult Black Lab mix found on Boyton Place off Forest Hill Ave. She’s mostly black with white paws, chest and tip of her tail. No collar but a healthy weight. If this is your dog or know whose dog it is please contact Jennifer 803-357-2514. She will be taken to Richmond Animal Care and Control [...]
Pair of Lost Dogs Near Pony Pasture
Posted to Facebook: We are looking for our 2 dogs in the neighborhood behind Hathoway down near Pony Pasture. One is a Rottweiler/lab “Lilly” and one is a beige mutt “Scout” they would be together. We found Lilly’s tags in the yard so we know if someone found them they would not know how to [...]
Souther of the James Farmers’ Market Vendor List
The Souther of the James Farmers is kicking off today at 10 a.m. and will wrap up at 12:00. Get your fresh cheese, egg-rolls, and more at 4910 Forest Hill Avenue. Full list of vendors;
Upcoming Forest Hill Park Events
The 3 Signature Events in 2011 organized by the Friends of Forest Hill Park were decided at the meeting on Wednesday. All events will be happening near the Stone House, so you know where to go. Mark your calendar now so these events don’t sneak past you. If you would like to volunteer to help [...]
Meetings on City Stadium Proposal
City Stadium is on the edge of our “territory” but could have an impact on our side of the river. Fulton Hill Partnership is hosting a pair of community meetings to discuss what the community would like to see happen with City Stadium. These meetings will be held this Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon at [...]
Help MORE With Buttermilk
If you are a mountain biker check this out from Richmond MORE’s Facebook: This Saturday 3-26-11 we will be meeting at Reedy Creek at 9am again and continuing work on the Buttermilk East re-route. Nathan and the crew hope that this last push will finish up the re-route.
Mayo Bridge Closed on Saturday
Plan your trips north with care as two one bridges will be out of commission on Saturday. The Cliff Notes® are: Huguenot Closed Saturday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m and Mayo Closed on Saturday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will also be delays on Friday as the Northbound Lane of the South [...]
Parkside Cafe Open
Reports are in that Parkside Cafe (3514 Forest Hill Ave) opened yesterday for lunch and dinner, sans ABC license, so no booze, yet. Did anybody stop by there yesterday? I hope to go today or tomorrow.
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3111 Semmes Ave, open house 1-3pm Sunday March 27
Friends of Forest Hill Park Meet Tonight
If you use the park you should join Friends of Forest Hill Park tonight at 7:00 at the Stone House, located, you guessed it in Forest Hill Park. Not sure what’s on the agenda tonight but most likely ramping up for Spring/Summer events and other goodies.
Legend Expansion and Possible Moving Plans
The excellent beer blog Yours for Good Fermentables posted this shortly after Legend Brewing’s 17th anniversary last month. The post is worth noting for two reasons. First it covers my biggest pet peeve in RVA. The place is called Legend. There is no “S”. You could say. “I’ll meet you at Legend.” You shouldn’t say “I’ll [...]
Good Maid/House Cleaning Service?
Erin put this question on our Facebook page but I know not all of you go there so I’m throwing this out to the general public. Can anyone recommend a good, non-chain maid or cleaning service in Westover Hills?
RPS Approves Lease Transfer for PHSSA
RTD is reporting on the 5-4 vote to approve the transfer the building lease to Patrick Henry, LLC. The lease transfer will allow Patrick Henry School of Science and Arts to use approximately $300,000 worth Historical Tax Credits in the renovations of the Patrick Henry building on Semmes. Despite a thorough briefing in the working session some board [...]
Scoot Richmond Profiled on Richmond.com
All in one Manchester scooter shop Scoot Richmond got the once over by Richmond.com, which gives me the opportunity to show off the lovely creature above. Local resident RVA Bike Commuter takes this out when not using one of his many bicycles. The D.C. United crest and pinstripes make this the perfect scooter.
